Senior Manager, Benefits

 The Senior Benefits Manager plays a critical strategic role in overseeing and managing the organization's benefit programs. This leadership position involves strategic thinking, team management, and ensuring the smooth operation of all benefits-related functions. The Senior Benefits Manager will have responsibility for overseeing the company’s health & welfare programs. The role will have responsibility for ensuring the programs are effective, compliant and align with the company’s goals and teammates needs.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and manage the company’s benefit programs, including health insurance, dental, vision, leave/disability, and other voluntary benefits.
• Conduct research and analyze benefit program data to identify and recommend new benefit programs that meet teammate needs, comply with legal requirements and stay competitive within our industry.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, such as ERISA, COBRA and HIPAA.
• Manage communication and education to keep teammates informed about their benefits options.
• Responsible for ensuring the health & welfare are compliant and competitive.
• Lead and develop a team of benefits professionals and manage vendor partners.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal leave laws.
• Partner with internal stakeholders like HR, Finance and IT to ensure smooth integration of benefits programs.
• Maintain strong relationships with benefit vendors and insurance carriers.
• Strong communication skills and executive presence to advise and influence C-Suite executives.
• Responsible for new vendor partner implementation and continued vendor management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training and experience to acquire the knowledge and skills required for the position.
• CEBS and/or GBA preferred
• Strong understanding of benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans and voluntary benefits.
• Understanding of federal and state leave laws.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in health & welfare, retirement plans, and leave administration with leadership experience.
• Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Exceptional organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to consult with teammates at all organizational levels.
• Actions embody Caliber’s Core Values.